Drake University has been on the approved list of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools since 1913. Since reorganization of the Association in 2000, Drake University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Drake was granted continuing accreditation in 2018.
In addition to University accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission, the following Colleges, Schools, and departments have been accredited by the agencies designated:
College of Arts & Sciences:
Department of Art and Design is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
Department of Chemistry is accredited by The American Chemical Society.
Drake University is accredited by The National Association of Schools of Music